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Dept Head Jobs in Rochester, NH (NOW HIRING)

Rockingham County (NH)

Universal Worker

Exeter, NH · On-site

$15/hr

Reports to Department Head/Supervisor/Manager who will assign duties and coordinate activities for the day. Performs basic routine tasks daily throughout the community. Complies with established ...

Rockingham County, NH

Universal Worker

Brentwood, NH · On-site

$15/hr

Temporary Job Number: 21-00180 Department: Long Term Care Nursing Staff Division: Long Term Care Nursing Opening Date: 11/04/2022 Reports to Department Head/Supervisor/Manager who will assign duties ...

Huggins Hospital

Student Rotation

Wolfeboro, NH · On-site

Students will have supervised direct patient contact consistent with the course curriculum and the supervising department head, to the extent that Huggins Hospital's Risk Management has approved.

Herschend

Water Country - Head Guard

Portsmouth, NH · On-site

... Departmental Duties: • Delight all guests by quickly and expertly providing courteous assistance to address their questions or concerns. • Stay alert when assigned to swimming areas to ensure ...

St. Paul's School

Full-time Campus Safety Officer

Concord, NH · On-site

$17.25 - $24/hr

Conducts or assists in evacuation drills as required and requested by a Head of House or Department Head. * Maintains daily log and records data such as property damage, student violations, unusual ...

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How much do dept head jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for dept head in Rochester, NH is $46.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.59 and $46.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Dept Head vs Department Manager?

AspectDept HeadDepartment Manager
CredentialsOften requires advanced degrees or certifications in the fieldTypically holds a bachelor's or master's degree, with some certifications
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership, overseeing multiple teams or unitsOperational management within a specific department
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large organizations, academia, governmentWidely used across industries for departmental oversight
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles and responsibilitiesFocus on day-to-day management and operations

While both roles involve overseeing departmental functions, a Dept Head typically has a broader strategic leadership role, often managing multiple teams or units, whereas a Department Manager focuses on operational management within a specific department. The choice between the two depends on organizational structure and scope of responsibilities.

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Substitute Teacher 2026-2027

Derry, NH • On-site

Pinkerton Academy
Elementary and Secondary Schools • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Pinkerton Academyexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Connect with the administrative assistant and gather materials and instructions for the daily assignment.

  • Follow and implement all policies, rules, and regulations, including handling conduct issues and emergency procedures.

  • Supervise students, deliver lessons, monitor behavior, and provide assistance as needed during class.

Job description

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Period: Daily, on-call
Supervisor: Dean of Faculty and designated Department Head
Other Contact Personnel: Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Faculty
Qualifications: High school diploma; experience working with teenagers preferred; ability to be self-directed and organized; capability of implementing lessons, supervising and keeping students on task, and addressing behavior issues.
Goal: To carry out the vision and mission of Pinkerton Academy when covering for a teacher who is not able to be in the classroom for a particular reason on any given day.
Daily responsibilities:
  • Connect with the administrative assistant to the Dean of Faculty (in person, through electronic communication) by 6:50 am for assignment and schedule.
  • Report to the Department Head to gather any materials needed for the daily assignment and any additional information and instructions that may be needed.
  • Follow and report to all scheduled classes and duties on time as indicated by the schedule provided.
  • Follow and implement all policies, rules and regulations of Pinkerton Academy as stated in the Substitute Handbook and Student Planner including issuing of passes and handling of conduct issues. Follow guidelines in the Substitute Handbook regarding the handling of conduct issues.
  • Become familiar with and be able to carry out all emergency situations, such as fire drills, as indicated in the Substitute Handbook.
  • Review class lists/rosters/substitute plans for indication of students with special needs or 504 plans and be cognizant of the procedures for instructing students with individual plans.
  • Keep all information, materials or knowledge concerning the school (teachers, students, or any personnel) confidential.
  • At the beginning of each class introduce yourself to the students. Let students know your expectations and your expectations of them. Using Aspen, take accurate attendance. Carry out the day's lesson by providing clear guidelines and instructions by way of verbal and written communication.
  • Establish and maintain appropriate standards of behavior consistent with the rules found in the Student Planner and implement these rules in a fair and just manner.
  • At the end of the class period, write a short summary of class accomplishments, behavior and discipline issues. The form is located online. Substitute Teacher Rev. 1/2019, 10/2020, 8/2021
  • Throughout the class period, be respectful, consistent, understanding, and patient.
  • Throughout the class period, continuously supervise, monitor and control students by moving about the classroom to assure the safety and optimum learning of all.
  • Provide assistance to students who are in need of help with the assigned lesson to the best of your ability in regards to the subject matter.
  • Consistently check email or other electronic communication for updates or changes to daily assignment.
  • Upon leaving for the day, be sure the classroom is in good order, organize paperwork, put away materials, close windows, shut off lights, and close the door upon exiting.
  • At the end of the day, please place all materials in the teacher's mailbox or on their desk. A copy of the written summary report is to be sent to the teacher and the Department Head.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. These may change at any time with or without notice.

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